Title: Matching Travel Guide: Best of Matching, Harlow Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Matching](https://expedia.co.uk/Matching-Hotels.d6258001.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Matching](https://expedia.co.uk/Matching-Holiday-Rentals.d6258001.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Matching Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Matching.d6258001.Car-Hire-Guide)[Matching Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Matching.d6258001.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Matching Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The access road running northeast away from St Mary's Parish Church, with concrete post and scaffolding barrier against an estate mid-19th-century artificial fishing lake, in the civil parish of Matching, in Essex, England. Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Software: File lens-corrected, optimized, perhaps cropped, with DxO OpticsPro 11 Elite, and likely further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/803594bd-7336-44dd-a94d-124b956e6b70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/803594bd-7336-44dd-a94d-124b956e6b70.jpg) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![The access road running northeast away from St Mary's Parish Church, with concrete post and scaffolding barrier against an estate mid-19th-century artificial fishing lake, in the civil parish of Matching, in Essex, England. Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Software: File lens-corrected, optimized, perhaps cropped, with DxO OpticsPro 11 Elite, and likely further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/803594bd-7336-44dd-a94d-124b956e6b70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/803594bd-7336-44dd-a94d-124b956e6b70.jpg) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![The Grade II listed mid-19th-century Lilypond Cottage estate fishing lodge on an artificial lake to the north-east of St Mary's Parish Church in the civil parish of Matching, in Essex, England. Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Software: File lens-corrected, optimized, perhaps cropped, with DxO OpticsPro 11 Elite, and likely further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/91d35470-559f-4e2f-a21d-d8e133fa5922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/91d35470-559f-4e2f-a21d-d8e133fa5922.jpg) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![Man-made 19th-century fishing lake to the north-east of St Mary's Parish Church in the civil parish of Matching, in Essex, England. Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Software: File lens-corrected, optimized, perhaps cropped, with DxO OpticsPro 11 Elite, and likely further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/9192bac1-e6d5-4c86-ba85-7888a491af40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/9192bac1-e6d5-4c86-ba85-7888a491af40.jpg) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![A concrete post and scaffolding barrier at between an access road and an estate mid-19th-century artificial fishing lake to the north-east of St Mary's Parish Church in the civil parish of Matching, in Essex, England. Camera: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Software: File lens-corrected, optimized, perhaps cropped, with DxO OpticsPro 11 Elite, and likely further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/f6dc19ae-715a-4af6-b743-699be49ec4a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/f6dc19ae-715a-4af6-b743-699be49ec4a1.jpg) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ## Visit Matching Things to do - Top hotels in Matching - Top Holiday Rentals in Matching ![Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1069100/1069031/edea1174_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England £90 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,583 reviews) The hotel rooms and corridors are beginning to look tired but the reception and restaurants are fine Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=1069031&PinnedHotelID=1069031&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6258001) ![Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18464400/18464320/4a56d74a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport Bassingbourn Road, Essex Stansted England £84 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stansted. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,316 reviews) A PERFECTLY good stay, close the airport, good beer and food Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=18464320&PinnedHotelID=18464320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6258001) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London ExCel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/990900/990855/5ca9648a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel London ExCel Excel, 2 Festoon Way London England £84 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) The hotel was an average 4 star hotel, though a tad spartan. Sadly it lacked amenities in the room. On a brighter note, Andi was superb, helping us every step of the way. Bright professional and very helpful. Commendable. Curious note. When we checked in, Usal clearly stated point-blank that there ... Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=990855&PinnedHotelID=990855&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6258001) [See all 4,405 properties in Matching](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6258001) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Staycity London Dalston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57230000/57227500/57227439/7f65c1cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Staycity London Dalston 130 Kingsland High St London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (401 reviews) Great staff, friendly and kept luggage before check in opened. Room had everything we needed. Just to note the restaurant and rooftop terrace are closed. Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Kingsland-Locke.h57227439.Hotel-Information) ![Roomzzz London Stratford](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26450000/26448000/26447963/8f6c2345_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Roomzzz London Stratford 66 West Ham Lane London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (561 reviews) Clean and comfortable room. Friendly and efficient staff. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Roomzzz-London-Stratford.h26447963.Hotel-Information) ![Argyle Apart Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24430000/24426300/24426271/f05e2cf6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Argyle Apart Hotel 105 Seven Sisters Road London England Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (115 reviews) Basic studio room with kitchenette and washing machine; extremely reasonable price for a serviced room with these amenities. Clean and comfortable. 10 minute walk to Finsbury Park underground station; short ride to Leicester Square/Theatreland. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Argyle-Apart-Hotel.h24426271.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Matching](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6258001&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Attend a sporting event or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Gibberd-Garden-Harlow.d553248621532509094.Attraction) #### Harlow Falconry Enjoy an outing to Harlow Falconry during your stay in Old Harlow. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Harlow-Falconry-Harlow.d553248621532509091.Attraction) #### Bouncers Dog Park Bouncers Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Harlow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bouncers-Dog-Park-Harlow.d906193269424295936.Attraction) #### Cineworld Harlow - Queensgate You can take time to visit Cineworld Harlow - Queensgate during your travels to Harlow. Visit the shops or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cineworld-Harlow-Queensgate-Harlow.d941655302661922816.Attraction) #### Cineworld Harlow - Harvey Centre You can take time to visit Cineworld Harlow - Harvey Centre during your travels to Harlow. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cineworld-Harlow-Harvey-Centre-Harlow.d941654663638482944.Attraction) #### TeamSport Harlow You can take time to visit TeamSport Harlow during your travels to Harlow. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/TeamSport-Harlow-Harlow.d979108695849967616.Attraction) ## Cities near Matching ![Dunmow, Thaxted, Essex, UK , Great Dunmow is an ancient market town in north-west Essex. Traditional English old street with two-story colorful cottages and tiled roofs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4358/6b7b7a99-f84f-401c-a104-e3057b4cc0be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dunmow ![Bishop\'s Stortford which includes château or palace and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4572/2f4f6f12-6b7e-4758-aaac-e75a5ceb25b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bishop's Stortford ![Across the village green from the east at Matching Green, Essex, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4649/a93a71d0-213d-4eec-8e43-86f0a62e568a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Harlow ![A path through a shrub hedge from a lawn at The Gibberd Garden, in the Harlow District of Essex, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182598/7c0da372-4088-4a09-ab7b-3dfd1f6aeb51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Acabashi](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Acabashi) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Old Harlow - Cities near Matching - Places of interest [Dunmow](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunmow.dx4358)[Bishop's Stortford](https://expedia.co.uk/Bishops-Stortford.dx4572)[Harlow](https://expedia.co.uk/Harlow.dx4649)[Old Harlow](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Harlow.dx182598)[Sawbridgeworth](https://expedia.co.uk/Sawbridgeworth.dx6053720)[Hatfield Heath](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatfield-Heath.dx6053721)[Sheering](https://expedia.co.uk/Sheering.dx6054164)[Matching Tye](https://expedia.co.uk/Matching-Tye.dx553248633988455042)[Ongar](https://expedia.co.uk/Ongar.dx553248634478467174) - [ExCeL Exhibition Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/ExCeL-Exhibition-Centre-Docklands.d6046590.Attraction) - [Finsbury Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Finsbury-Park-Haringey.d6178279.Attraction) - [Emirates Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Emirates-Stadium-Islington.d6078993.Attraction) - [Westfield Stratford City ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westfield-Stratford-City-Stratford.d6177376.Attraction) - [Alexandra Palace ](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexandra-Palace-Haringey.d6170876.Attraction) - [Thames River ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-River-England.d553248621532493801.Attraction) - [London Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Stadium-Stratford.d6144704.Attraction) - [Audley End House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Audley-End-House-Saffron-Walden.d6081347.Attraction) - [Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Queen-Elizabeth-Olympic-Park-Stratford.d6197676.Attraction) - [Hatfield House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hatfield-House-Hatfield.d6158810.Attraction) - [Hylands House and Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hylands-House-And-Park-Chelmsford.d6081393.Attraction) - [Chelmsford City Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chelmsford-City-Racecourse-Chelmsford.d553248634855573695.Attraction) - [Victoria Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Victoria-Park-Tower-Hamlets.d507727.Attraction) - [Epping Forest ](https://expedia.co.uk/Epping-Forest-London.d6081381.Attraction) - [Knebworth House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Knebworth-House-Knebworth.d6158812.Attraction) - [Paradise Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Paradise-Wildlife-Park-Broxbourne.d6170605.Attraction) - [Festival Leisure Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Festival-Leisure-Park-Basildon.d6081383.Attraction) - [Leez Priory ](https://expedia.co.uk/Leez-Priory-Chelmsford.d553248634855571389.Attraction) - [Mountfitchet Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mountfitchet-Castle-Stansted.d6081403.Attraction) - [Queen Mary ](https://expedia.co.uk/Queen-Mary-Tower-Hamlets.d553248634739937945.Attraction) - [Copper Box Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/Copper-Box-Arena-Stratford.d553248621561941584.Attraction) - [Aspers Casino ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aspers-Casino-Stratford.d553248621561941580.Attraction) - [Gordon Craig Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gordon-Craig-Theatre-Stevenage.d553248621532492022.Attraction) - [Lee Valley Athletics Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lee-Valley-Athletics-Centre-Edmonton.d553248621532491971.Attraction) - [Market Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Market-Square-Saffron-Walden.d6162692.Attraction) - [Chelmsford Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chelmsford-Cathedral-Chelmsford.d6081361.Attraction) - [University of East London ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-East-London-Docklands.d553248634855572660.Attraction) - [Hackney Empire ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hackney-Empire-Hackney.d6202629.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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